DC Forum: On Policy and AdvocacyThis event is now closed.

Event Date

3/18/2012 7:00 PM -
3/20/2012 7:00 PM

Please arrive early for registration

Location

Washington DC

Address

800 Florida Ave NE
Washington, District of Columbia 20002-3600

We have two choices!We
can “hide in the weeds” and pray that the government doesn’t interfere
with what we are doing at and through our missions, or we can engage
with government and have a part in shaping public policy as it relates
to ministering to the poor. The Association of Gospel Rescue Missions
(AGRM) is a strong proponent of the latter. That is why we have a public
policy agenda and a government liaison on our staff.

Now is the time!With
this being an election year, it’s more important than ever to be
present in Washington, D.C., interacting with agencies, lawmakers,
caucuses, and committees. Our DC Forum will educate you about the latest
government issues--and there are many--affecting faith-based
organizations that work with homeless and addicted people. It will also
give you a unique opportunity to build relationships with the leaders of
advocacy groups that share your goals. You can tell your story, voice
your concerns, and discuss ways to work together in the future.

If
you already know your federal elected officials, this is a great
opportunity to keep the relationship strong by visiting them in their
D.C. settings. If you don’t know them, here is a chance to introduce
yourself and your ministry, and invite them to your mission when they
are back home.

A comfortable and convenient place to stay!Washington,
D.C., is a very expensive city, and hotels “close to the action” can be
pricey. Good news: AGRM has reserved a very reasonable room rate at the
well-appointed Kellogg Conference Hotel
at Gallaudet University, just north of Capitol Hill. The actual address
is 800 Florida Avenue NE in Washington. Our published rates include all
of the meetings, two overnights at Kellogg, and six meals. (You can
choose single or double occupancy. If you desire double but are
attending by yourself, AGRM will assist you in finding a roommate.) AGRM
will handle all of the arrangements with Kellogg.

Emerging Leaders Welcome!Did you know that the average age of a congressional aide is 31? AGRM needs to show its own “fresh faces” on Capitol Hill. Who is under age 35 on your staff that needs to attend? AGRM can make a huge statement about the depth in our ranks, plus we can get our upcoming leaders oriented to the workings of government at an early stage in their careers.

SPECIAL GUESTS:
Invitations have been sent to a number of cabinet members, lawmakers,
and other key influencers, asking them to join us throughout our time.
Unfortunately, most Washington appointments are never confirmed until a
week out, but you can certainly expect several special guests.

Airports

Attendees are responsible for arranging
and paying for their own transportation from and to the airport. We
recommend a cab or SuperShuttle.
Gospel Rescue Mission Ministries, one of our members, will provide
transportation between Kellogg and meeting locations over the course of
the event.

If you have any questions, please contact Meetings and Events Manager Lisa Miller or by phone at (719) 266-8300 x107. We look forward to seeing you in Washington, D.C.! Those who register by February 15 will receive a copy of The New Evangelicals by Marcia Pally.

Registration Options

To register, please contact Lisa Miller at lmiller@agrm.org or by phone at (719) 266-8300 x107.